Hudson
Valley CISM Team Services
On Scene
Support
Requested by the incident commander or his/her liaison, for
stress management support of emergency personnel during the
incident.
One-on-One Special
Requests
Assistance to emergency workers showing obvious signs of
distress and need to process normal stress reactions.
Demobilization
Stress Management Awareness provided to personnel being
disengaged from the scene after a large-scale disaster.
Defusing
Usually occurs within hours of the incident to offer
information, support, to set up orestablish the need for a
formal debriefing, and to stabilize crew members so they
can go home or back in service.
Critical Incident
Stress Debriefing (CISD)
Occurs within 24-72 hours after the incident. It is a
confidential discussion of involvement thoughts and
experiences resulting from the incident. It is a
confidential discussion of involvement thoughts and
experiences resulting from the incident.
Education
Stress and CISM awareness training for emergency service
personnel and supervisors.
Individual
Referrals
Team approved mental health professionals are available for
follow-up and referral to long-term counseling when
necessary.
Family Support
Services
For family members and significant others for those
involved in critical incidents.